How Congressional Control has Changed Over the Past 100 Years
By Ellen Dewitt, Stacker News
On 1/10/21 at 8:00 AM EST
With partisan divisions and rancor filling the headlines, it seems like a miracle that Congress can get anything done.
Party control of Congress makes a difference, but not always in predictable ways. When one party holds majorities in the Senate and House of Representatives and holds the presidency, it s not necessarily easier for all to agree on legislative remedies and reforms. By the same token, when the congressional chambers are split, or the executive is in the opposing party, plenty can be accomplished.
ERIC AYRES Staff Writer
WHEELING A $30 million investment into Wheeling’s tallest building is expected to inject a new life into the city’s downtown and local leaders are hopeful that the venture will be followed by a domino effect of supporting economic development.
Wheeling city leaders joined Dr. John Johnson, owner of the former Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Building, and developer Steve Coon of Coon Restoration and Sealants, along with several other local dignitaries who gathered on the 12th floor of the Wheeling-Pitt building Friday afternoon. Officials announced details of the long-awaited redevelopment of the building into a 128-unit apartment complex in the heart of downtown.
Two Democratic lawmakers in Idaho filed a lawsuit Thursday in federal court against the Legislature and the Republican speaker of the House contending the Statehouse is unsafe for them and others with chronic health conditions because coronavirus precautions are being ignored.
What the Biden COVID plan means for employers
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As we move closer to January 20, 2021, the Biden COVID plan is coming into focus. So is what the effort means for employers. Announced on December 8, the three-part plan focuses on getting America back to work and school. The new administration aims to control the spread, vaccinate Americans and get kids back in school – all in 100 days. Here are the basic plan elements and how they will impact how you run your organization.
Control the spread
President-elect Biden has long advocated a national mask mandate and the Biden COVID plan is likely to include stronger rules around masks. The federal government, however, has limited jurisdiction to impose such a move. Federal buildings and all forms of interstate travel would fall under the mandate. Employees who traveled on planes, trains, or busses would have to wear masks while traveling.